Savor this easy One Pot Kiełbasa & Pasta dish! Quick prep, minimal cleanup, perfect for weeknight dinners. Enjoy flavorful meals effortlessly!
Ingredients
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12 oz kielbasa, sliced or diced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 bell pepper, diced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
4 cups chicken broth
8 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
1 cup heavy cream
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
Heat the oil: In a large pot or Dutch oven, add the olive oil and heat over medium-high heat.
Sauté the sausage: Toss in the kielbasa and cook until golden brown for about 3-4 minutes.
Add the veggies: Stir in the diced onion and bell pepper, sauté for another 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent, then add the minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds.
Season it up: Sprinkle in the oregano, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir for about a minute.
Pour in the broth: Carefully add the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle boil.
Add the pasta: Stir in your pasta, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and let it simmer for 8-10 minutes until al dente.
Make it creamy: Once the pasta is cooked, stir in the heavy cream and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Season to taste: Adjust with salt and pepper as needed.
Serve it up: Remove from heat and serve hot, garnished with parsley.
Notes
A comforting one-pot meal featuring kielbasa and pasta, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Category:Dinner
Cuisine:Polish
Nutrition
Serving Size:4 servings
Calories:450
Sugar:1g
Fat:25g
Carbohydrates:32g
Fiber:2g
Protein:18g
Keywords: Kiełbasa, Pasta, One Pot Meal, Comfort Food
